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DX03 OJF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

80,221 mi
Last recorded80,221 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 OJF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 80,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside front lower wing corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Apr 2022 72,134 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil *** Borderline pass/fail *** (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside front lower wing corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2021 66,139 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside front lower wing corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2021 66,139 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside front lower wing corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2019 65,846 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 65,840 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Offside brake operation deteriorated (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 65,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge wearing VERY thin (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge wearing VERY thin (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2017 64,121 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 62,019 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 59,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 57,475 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 54,597 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 51,589 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 47,649 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 47,649 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 43,746 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 43,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 39,194 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 33,518 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 28,467 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 22,509 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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DX03 OJF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX03 OJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX03 OJF registered?

DX03 OJF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DX03 OJF safe to buy?

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